The Kansas City Royals (34-38) are set to face the Texas Rangers (36-36) in Arlington. The Rangers are riding a four-game winning streak, while the Royals struggle with six straight losses. Seth Lugo, boasting a 3.18 ERA, will pitch for Kansas City against Jack Leiter, who has a 3.88 ERA. The matchup is crucial for both teams as they aim to improve their standings. With both clubs coming off a travel day, they will be fresh and ready for the 8:05 PM EST first pitch at Globe Life Field.

The latest betting odds favor the Rangers at -125 on the moneyline, while the Royals sit at +105. The game's spread is set at Rangers -1.5, with the total runs projected at 8.0. Historical trends show that the Rangers have dominated the Royals at home, winning 13 of their last 15 encounters. Additionally, the Under has been a trend in their matchups this season, with a record of 46-23-1 combined for home and away games.